Church of St Cennydd, Llangennith, Swansea
formerly in: Glamorgan
Diocese of Swansea & Brecon
Church (Anglican)
Medieval church and monastic site associated with St Cennydd, who had founded a hermitage nearby at Burry Holms according to tradtion. The church dates back to the twelfth century with thirteenth and fourteenth century work. The medieval priory was dissolved in 1441 The restoration of 1882-4 by J.B. Fowler raised the level of the floor by four feet.
For medieval history of the site see Monastic Wales
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Works at this site:
Christ with St Cennydd and St David firm/studio: G. Maile & Son designer: F. M. Baker about 1945 Church of St Cennydd, Llangennith, Swansea east wall of the chancel (window number: I) | |
St Cennydd artist: William Melling probably 1960s-1970s Church of St Cennydd, Llangennith, Swansea over the porch |
Photo © Martin Crampin
N.B.Position of marker is approximate and does not necessarily show the exact location of the site.
Site OS Grid Ref: SS42889142
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